In the past three decades, thousands of people have died trying to enter Europe, making it one of the world’s deadly border zones. Researchers from VU Amsterdam, who have worked on this topic for the past five years, will present their research on these ‘border deaths’ (www.borderdeaths.org). Representatives of the United Nations and migrant communities will offer their initial responses.

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Academy Trippenhuis Building closure

The Academy is following the recommendations of the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and Environmental Protection (RIVM) and the central government regarding coronavirus. We have therefore cancelled all gatherings and meetings and closed the Trippenhuis Building and the institutes for the time being. Vital processes will continue. Academy staff are continuing to work as far as possible, often at home. They can be reached in the usual manner. If you need their contact details or if you have a general question, please send an e-mail to: